School-Based Mental Health Specialist

government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education and Training Victoria is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner across government secondary schools to enhance student wellbeing and deliver early intervention services.

As an education support role, you will provide short-term counselling, coordinate supports for students with complex needs, and contribute to whole‑school wellbeing plans while maintaining privacy and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified as psychologist, social worker, mental health nurse, occupational therapist or counsellor.
• Demonstrated direct counselling experience.
• Registration with AHPRA or appropriate professional body (as applicable).
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Specialisation in educational and/or developmental psychology for psychology applicants.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health prevention and promotion activities within the school and support staff and leaders.
• Provide short-term counselling and early intervention for students at risk or with mild to moderate mental health needs.
• Coordinate supports for students with complex needs, including referrals to external services.
• Liaise with department areas and external providers to deliver appropriate student support.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy in line with legislation and policy.
• Provide professional learning and guidance to teachers and wellbeing staff to build capacity.

Skills

Counselling experience

Mental health promotion

Interagency collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Registered health professional (Psychologist/Social Worker/Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapist/Counsellor)

Current Working With Children Check

Job description

The Department of Education and Training Victoria is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner across government secondary schools to enhance student wellbeing and deliver early intervention services.

As an education support role, you will provide short-term counselling, coordinate supports for students with complex needs, and contribute to whole‑school wellbeing plans while maintaining privacy and professional standards.